Irwin Mitchell

Personal Injury

Partner

I specialise in claims involving brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, and serious orthopaedic injuries (including amputations) for people who have been injured as a result of:

• Road traffic accidents

• Workplace incidents

• Falls from height.

I understand that the impact of an injury extends far beyond the immediate event; it affects your independence, your family, and your future. For more than 30 years, I’ve worked with adults and children who’ve experienced life-changing injuries and helped them, and their families get their lives back on track with the right support.

I joined Irwin Mitchell in 2014 to build the Serious Injury team in our Southampton office. In 2024, I was appointed regional head of the South West team. I work closely with the team based in Southampton and often collaborate with the Bristol and Cardiff teams.

During my legal career, I’ve handled many complex and high-value cases, and I’m proud to have built strong, lasting relationships with clients and their families.

I was appointed an accredited brain injury specialist and an assessor of the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers (APIL) when it was first introduced more than 20 years ago and soon gained their Spinal Cord Accreditation, which recognised my experience and expertise in handling these cases. I’m a Fellow of APIL and am the only dual accredited lawyer in the region.

From the very beginning, my focus will always be on you. I’m here to understand your situation and make sure you have access to the rehabilitation and care you need as early as possible.

I work proactively with insurers where appropriate to secure rehabilitation, and I’ll take decisive legal steps to help you get what’s right, such as issuing proceedings early or obtaining court-ordered interim payments. Where liability is disputed, I ensure that all available support is accessed through the NHS. My aim is always the same: to reduce the burden on you and your family and provide a clear path forward.

For me, the most meaningful feedback comes from clients themselves. One claimant shared that from our very first meeting, “nothing has been too much trouble,” while another said they had “total confidence” in my abilities and perseverance. Families often tell me that they feel supported not only legally, but personally, which is something I consider to be at the heart of everything I do.

If you think you or a loved one might have a claim after being seriously injured, my team and I are here for you. We’ll provide the expertise, compassion and determination needed to help you move forward with your life.